Grade 8 Cyber Safety Worksheet

Cyber Safety Essentials

Read each question carefully and provide your best answer. This worksheet will test your knowledge of cyber safety and how to stay safe online.

1. Which of the following is the strongest password?

2. What is 'phishing' in the context of cyber security?

1. It is safe to share your full name, address, and phone number with online friends you've never met in person.

2. Public Wi-Fi networks are always secure for sensitive activities like online banking or shopping.

1. Always think before you   online, as once something is posted, it can be difficult to remove.

2. If you receive a suspicious email asking for personal information, you should never click on any  .

3.   is the act of bothering or threatening someone online.

1. Explain why it is important to keep your privacy settings strong on social media accounts.

2. Describe two actions you can take if you encounter cyberbullying.

Use the words below to complete the sentences.

1. Your   is all the data you leave behind when using the internet.

2. It is important to regularly update your   software to protect against malware.

3. Always   suspicious activity or content to a trusted adult or the platform administrators.